Proven Innocence by Mary J. Rocco
Cynthia Evans wakes up in the trunk of a car, no idea how she got there, only to discover she’s wanted for the murder of her husband and children.
With no memory of life prior, Cynthia is sure she did not commit the crime.
Only problem is-how does she convince anyone she’s not a murderer when she is not sure who she is?
With the help of a downtrodden diner waitress, Gabrielle, Cynthia fights to prove her innocence.
One thing is clear: Rick Evans is dead. But who is the real killer?
Proven Innocence by Mary J. Rocco
Hold onto your alibi, mystery lovers! “Proven Innocence” by Mary J. Rocco is about to take you on a wild ride through the twisting back alleys of memory and murder.
Rocco serves up a psychological thriller that starts with a bang – or rather, a trunk slam. Our protagonist, Cynthia Evans, finds herself in the ultimate “how did I get here?” scenario, accused of a crime she can’t remember not committing. It’s “Memento” meets “Gone Girl” with a dash of “The Fugitive” thrown in for good measure.
What sets this story apart is its exploration of identity through the lens of memory loss. Cynthia isn’t just trying to prove her innocence; she’s on a quest to discover who she is. This dual mystery promises to keep readers guessing on multiple fronts.
The introduction of Gabrielle, the downtrodden diner waitress turned unlikely ally, adds an intriguing dynamic to the story. Their partnership hints at themes of female solidarity in the face of adversity, potentially elevating this beyond a simple whodunit.
I’m particularly intrigued by the implications of Cynthia’s memory loss. Is it trauma-induced? The result of foul play? Or something even more sinister? The unreliable narrator trope gets a fresh spin when the narrator herself is struggling to unravel the truth.
The certainty of Rick Evans’ death amidst all the uncertainty is a clever narrative anchor. It provides a fixed point around which the swirling questions of guilt, innocence, and identity can revolve.
“Proven Innocence” sounds like it could be a standout in the psychological thriller genre. If you’re craving a mind-bending read that challenges your perceptions of truth and identity, all while keeping you on the edge of your seat, this indie gem might just be your next page-turner.
